Gadget Recycling

Follow GadgetStylist

iPad on Contract Deals

GD Star Ratingloading...

Keen to buy an iPad on contract? Did you even know that you could get a iPad or iPad Mini for less cash if you sign up to a monthly iPad contract with a mobile operator?

There are loads of iPad contract deals out there and you could save a hundreds of pounds on the upfront cost of buying an iPad and get 3G data access wherever across the UK so you’re not just tied to WiFi in order to access the internet on your iPad. Three and Vodafone offer 3G data contracts that also include an iPad 3 from as little as £49 for the iPad, saving up to £350!

iPad on Contract FAQs

What should I do before I sign up for a new iPad on Contract deal?

You absolutely must be confident that the 3g mobile coverage in the area you are going to use your iPad is good enough before you sign up to a 24 month contract. You don’t want to make a very expensive mistake and pay for a contract that you can’t use! Check your mobile coverage here.

Will I get WiFi hotspot access with my new iPad on Contract?

You can get WiFi hotspot access, often from BT Openzone, as part of your contract with some mobile networks which means you could use WiFi hotspots in coffee shops, airports, pubs, shopping centres and stations to connect to the internet. WiFi access is often faster, more reliable and gives better indoor coverage than 3G access. It may also be excluded from your monthly data allowance too.

What is an iPad on Contract deal?

The New iPad from £99

Similar to a mobile phone deal, an iPad on Contract deal is a combination of a subsidised iPad with a mobile network contract, although you cannot of course use an iPad to make phones calls. The monthly charge covers 3G access to the mobile operator’s network which will allow you to connect to the internet on your iPad whilst you are away from WiFi access.

What should I do with my old iPad?

If you’re upgrading from an old iPad or other tablet computer you can get cash towards your new iPad by cashing in your old one with a recycling copmany. iPad recycling is just like mobile phone recycling – you compare prices on offer from different recycling companies, sign-up and on the recyclers website and then send your iPad in. Within days you’ll have the cash in your bank ready to spend on the latest iPad… or anything else you fancy.